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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Message from the Race Director..............................................................4

Message from the Head Referee..............................................................5

Schedule of Events................................................................................6

Pre-Race Information.............................................................................8

Race Day Information............................................................................10

Swim Course........................................................................................12

Bike Course..........................................................................................13

Bike Shipping & Bike Tech Information.....................................................16

Run Course..........................................................................................18

Course Maps........................................................................................20

Rules..................................................................................................22

Medical...............................................................................................25

Post-Race Information..........................................................................27

Qualifying for the 2010 Ford Ironman World Championship........................28

2010 Ford Ironman Arizona Registration..................................................29

Sponsors.............................................................................................30


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A MESSAGE FROM THE RACE DIRECTORS

On behalf of the Ironman Team, welcome to the 2009 Ford Ironman Arizona. The sixth edition of thisgreat event is a testament to the partnership with our hosts, the City of Tempe and the Salt RiverPima-Maricopa Indian Community.

What was a question mark for many athletes in its first year is now established as a unique urban

Ironman experience held in contrast to the stark beauty of the Sonoran Desert.

Athletes will appreciate the calm protection of the one loop swim course in Tempe Town Lake,the surprising challenge of a flat but exposed three-loop bike course ridden in the shadow of RedMountain, and a three-loop run that gently rolls around the lake and through Papago Park.

Spectators will appreciate the unique opportunity to see their athlete over a dozen times throughoutthe day as each goes through the varying degrees of fatigue and emotion that define this 140.6-milejourney to the finish line of the greatest single day test of athletic endurance.

We would like to thank the City of Tempe, the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community and all ofthe sponsors and volunteers who come together to make this event a reality.

Enjoy your time in Tempe and good luck to you for a safe and successful race day.

Paul Huddle and Roch FreyCo-Race Directors


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A MESSAGE FROM THE HEAD REFEREE

We use a slightly modified version of the 2009 USAT Competitive Rules. In summary, we will operate under thethree strikes and youre out principle. Even though DRAFTING is the only violation to incur a time penalty (tobe served in the nearest penalty tent at various spots on the bike course), any type of violation counts towardyour three strikes.

For example:

1. DRAFTING violation (four minutes served in a bike course penalty tent)2. HELMET CHINSTRAPviolation3. LITTERING violation a third violation results in disqualification (DQ)

Again, any combination of three rule violations will result in a DQ. To maximize your understanding of the ruleson race day, please take the time to read and understand the following summary of Position Violations andreview the 2009 USAT Competitive Rules.

Always ride on the right side of your lane to avoid an ILLEGAL POSITION or BLOCKING call Keep four bike lengths (7 meters) between your bikes front wheel and the rear wheel of the cyclist in

front of you to avoid a DRAFTING call Always pass on the left of the cyclist in front of you, never on the right to avoid an ILLEGAL PASS call Complete your pass within 20 seconds to avoid a DRAFTING call If passed, drop back four bike lengths before attempting to re-pass to avoid an OVERTAKEN or

DRAFTING call

Triathlon is an individual event, and it is your responsibility to fully understand the rules and avoid penalties. Inthe case of Position Violations, the referees ruling is final and is not open to protests or appeals. The followingare several other common rules violations:

HELMET CHINSTRAPthe chinstrap of your helmet must be securely fastened whenever you are onyour bike on race day!

RACE NUMBERyou must display your race number during the bike and run portions of the race, andyour bike number must be properly attached to your bike and be visible.

LITTERINGdo not throw away ANYTHING outside of official aid stations! UNAUTHORIZED EQUIPMENTsorry, absolutely no cell phones, MP3 players, Oakley Thumps, iPods or

other audio listening devices! OUTSIDE ASSISTANCEdo NOT accept any assistance from anyone other than a race official, and do

NOT have non-racers ride or run alongside you!

You must go to a penalty tent for any violation to have your number marked, and all violations counttoward your three strikes. There will be no penalty tents on the run. If you are penalized on the run,the official will mark your number on the spot.

Please remember to treat other athletes, volunteers and your referees with courtesy and consideration. Notdoing so is considered UNSPORTSMANLIKE CONDUCTand may result in disqualification.

I sincerely hope you have a perfect race, lots of fun and achieve all your goals.

Jimmy Riccitello

Ironman Head Referee


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Thursday, November, 19, 2009

Start End Event Location

7:00 a.m. 7:30 a.m. Mayors Challenge Tempe Beach Park

8:00 a.m. 10:00 a.m. Gatorade Bag Check Tempe Beach Park

8:00 a.m. 4:30 p.m. Race Day Caf Tempe Beach Park

8:00 a.m. 8:00 p.m. Massage Room Tempe Mission Palms Hotel

9:00 a.m. 4:30 p.m. US Airways Iroman Village at

Ford Ironman Arizona Tempe Beach Park

9:00 a.m. 5:00 p.m. Ironman Merchandise Store Tempe Beach Park

9:00 a.m. 5:00 p.m. Ironman Bike Store & Tech Service Center Tempe Beach Park

10:00 a.m. 4:00 p.m. Athlete Check-In Tempe Beach Park

Friday, November 20, 2009









10:00 a.m. 4:00 p.m. Athlete Check-In Tempe Beach Park

11:00 a.m. 12:00 p.m. Press Conference TV Tent in Tempe BeachPark

5:30 p.m. 7:30 p.m. Welcome Dinner Tempe Arts Park

7:30 p.m. 8:30 p.m. Mandatory Athlete Meeting Tempe Arts Park

Saturday, November 21, 2009


6:00 a.m. 6:30 a.m. Ford Ironman ArizonaAdult 5k Run Registration Tempe Beach Park

7:00 a.m. 8:00 a.m. Ford Ironman Arizona Adult 5k Run

Presented by Chances for Children Tempe Beach Park

7:00 a.m. 7:30 a.m. Ford Ironman Arizona Kids1 Mile Run Registration Tempe Beach Park

8:00 a.m. 9:00 a.m. Ford Ironman Arizona Kids 1 Mile Run,Presented by Chances for Children Tempe Beach Park




9:00 a.m. 10:30 a.m. Volunteer Meeting Tempe Arts Park

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9:00 a.m. 11:00 a.m. 2010 Ford Ironman Arizona On-SiteRegistration for 2009 Athletes Only Tempe Beach Park





10:00 a.m. 3:00 p.m. Mandatory Bike & Gear Bag Check-In Transition Area in TempeBeach Park

Race Day Sunday, November 22, 2009


5:00 a.m. 6:30 a.m. Transition Zone; Bodymarking Tempe Beach Park


6:50 a.m. Pro-Start Tempe Town Lake

7:00 a.m. Age Group Start Tempe Town Lake


6:00 p.m. 12:00 a.m. Bike & Gear Check-out Begins Tempe Beach Park

12:00 a.m. Race Officially Ends

Monday, November 23, 2009


7:00 a.m. 9:00 a.m. 2010 Ford Ironman Arizona Registrationfor 2009 volunteers and general public Tempe Beach Park

7:00 a.m. 9:00 a.m. 2010 Ford Ironman World ChampionshipRegistration Tempe Beach Park

9:05 a.m. 2010 Ford Ironman World Championship

Roll down Tempe Beach Park7:00 a.m. 11:00 a.m. Race Day Caf Tempe Beach Park



8:00 a.m. 1:00 p.m. View & Order Race Photos Tempe Beach Park

8:00 a.m. 8:00 p.m. Post-Race Massage Tempe Mission PalmsHotel

9:30 a.m. 12:00 p.m. Lost & Found Tempe Arts Park

9:30 a.m. Philadelphia Insurance Ironman Awards Banquet Tempe Arts Park

5:30 p.m. Volunteer Appreciation Party Tempe Arts Park

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Personal Communication Plan

Prior to departing for Tempe, be sure to establish acommunications plan with family and friends backhome. Share the race day emergency contactlisted below with those who may need to reach you

in an emergency. Even if you are in Tempe withfamily and friends, it is essential that you have aplan for contacting or reuniting with your groupfollowing the race.

Race Day Emergency ContactIronman Athlete Services

727-479-9027; [email protected]

Athlete Check-In

Athlete Check-In hours are Thursday, November

19 and Friday, November 20 from 10:00 a.m.to 4:00 p.m. at Tempe Beach Park. Please notethat Athlete Check-In will NOT be open on race day.If you do not arrive during the designated AthleteCheck-In hours you will not be able to race. ALLRACE PACKETS MUST BE PICKED UP BY 4 P.M.ON FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 20.

Please bring the following items with you toAthlete Check-In:

Photo Identification USAT card to show proof of current USAT

membership or $10.00 USD to purchase aone-day license.

If you are a professional athlete, you arerequired to submit proof of professional

status at check-in.

Athlete Wristband

A wristband printed with your race number will beaffixed to your wrist at athlete check-in. This bandwill identify you as an official participant and mustbe worn during the entire week. The wristband

is required for medical identification purposes andallows you access to the banquets, transition areaand post-race athlete recovery area. You will notbe allowed to remove your bicycle and/or gearfrom the transition area following the race withoutyour wristband affixed to your wrist. Please donot remove your wristband until after the awardsbanquet or you will be denied entry.

Personal Safety

Always train with at least one other person(especially in the open water). While swimming,please wear a brightly colored swim cap andensure that your family members and/or friends

know where you are.When training, please bike and run on theshoulder without moving into the traffic lane.Please be courteous and aware that the peoplesharing the roads with you are people you willcount on during race day to fulfill your physicaland emotional needs. Please ride single file, asbiking side by side is illegal.

As you are one of Tempes invited guests, pleaserespect and obey the traffic laws during yourtraining practices. Violators will be cited. You

are required to carry proper identification at alltimes. If you are stopped, you must present youridentification to the inquiring officer. Failure todo so may result in race disqualification. Yourcooperation is appreciated.

Bike/Run Gear Bags & Special

Foods Bags

During athlete check-in you will receive five gearbags:

Green morning clothes bag

Blue bike gear bag Blue bike special foods bag Red run gear bag Red run special foods bag

Please pack the correct gear in the appropriate bagand place them in the transition area accordingto the instructions that follow. Be sure all of yourgear is clearly marked with your name and racenumber.

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Mandatory Bicycle & Gear BagCheck-In

Mandatory bicycle and gear bag check-in isSaturday, November 21 from 10:00 a.m. to

3:00 p.m. at the Transition Area in TempeBeach Park.

All bicycles and bike/run gear bags must be checkedinto the transition area and left overnight. Bicyclesand bike/run gear bags will not be permitted toenter the transition area on race morning.

You will have access to your bicycle beginning at5:00 a.m. on race morning, but you will not beallowed to remove your bike from the transitionarea until the start of the bike portion of the race.You will have access to your bike and run gear

bags on race morning.

Pack your bike and run gear in the appropriategear bag and place them in the proper place. Besure your running gear has reflective material onthe front and back of your clothes and shoes.

Helmets and cycling shoes may be brought intothe transition area on Friday or race morning,but must be clipped/attached to the bicycle. Noloose gear will be allowed on the ground next tothe bicycles.

Shuttle Bus & Race Day Parking

The best place for athletes to park for the FordIronman Arizona is at the US Airways buildingjust south of Rio Salado Parkway between Ash andMill Ave. Once this lot is full, you can also utilizeadditional parking located throughout the cityof Tempe. There may be a nominal fee at someparking locations. Many athletes will be able towalk directly to the venue from hotels throughoutdowntown Tempe.

Spectators should park in the city parkingstructures and lots north of University Avenuealong Ash Avenue. To reach these lots, take theRed Mountain Freeway (202) to the Priest Driveexit. Go south on Priest Drive to University Avenue.Turn left on Ash Avenue and use one of the parkingstructures or lots along Ash Avenue.

There is also parking throughout the city ofTempe. There will be a nominal fee at someparking locations.

While there are plenty of parking spaces, weask that you carpool with another athlete when

possible to ease traffic congestion on racemorning. Please give yourself enough time racemorning to get to transition with ample timeto prepare for your Ford Ironman Arizona raceday. Roads can be congested as athletes andspectators converge on the area in a short periodof time.

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Swim: 9:20 a.m. Any athlete still in the waterafter this time will be considered DNF and re-moved from the race.Bike: Due to the three loop nature and limitedtimeframes for road closures, there will be 3 cut-off times for the bike course.1st cut-off: 3:00 p.m. At the 76-mile mark at thecorner of Mill Ave & Rio Salado Pkwy.2nd cut-off: 4:15 p.m. At the 93 mile mark, theturn around on Beeline Hwy.3rd cut-off: 5:30 p.m. Any athlete still on the bikeafter this time will be disqualified and removedfrom the race.Run: 1st cut-off: 10:15 p.m. Just west of Mill Av-enue Bridge, starting the 3rd loop, approximately17.4 miles into the run. The course officially clos-es at 12:00 a.m. Any athlete still on the run afterthis time will be considered DNF.

Champion Chip electronic tags will capture yoursplits (swim, T1, bike, T2, run) and overall finishtime. The race will officially end at 12:00 a.m. Allaid station stops, transitions, etc. will be includedin your total elapsed time.

Ironman reserves the right to remove an athletefrom the course and DNF the athlete if our coursestaff determines that there is no possibility of theathlete finishing the discipline or race before theposted cut-off times based on the athletes loca-

tion, the time and average speed to that point.

Bicycle and Gear BagRecovery

You are required to reclaim your bicycle, bikeand run gear bags at the transition area after therace. You must have your athlete wristband on forentry into the transition area. If you are unableto personally claim your bike and gear, a familymember or friend may use your bike checkoutticket that will be provided in your race packet.As a precaution, give this ticket to a family mem-ber prior to the race, even if you plan to claimyour bike and gear yourself. Bike check-out be-gins at 6:00 p.m. and ends at 12:00 a.m.

Competitor Responsibilities

When you pick up your race packet and timingchip at athlete check-in, stop by the chip veri-fication table to ensure that your correct name

shows up on the computer screen.You must wear your timing chip at all timeswhile you are racing. Fasten it to either anklewith the Velcro strap provided before the swimand leave it on until after you finish the run. Youmay apply Vaseline around your ankle; it will notaffect the timing chip. Volunteers will help youremove the chip at the finish line.If you do not start the race, you are respon-sible for returning the chip to Ironman AthleteServices.If you drop out or are pulled from the race atany time, turn in your chip to a race official.

Failure to do so may disqualify you from partici-pating in future Ironman events. It is essentialthat we know where you are on the course atall times for your safety and our peace of mind.If you are transported to any medical station,the medical staff will take responsibility for yourchip.Your race chip is a loaner. By picking up yourrace number and timing chip, you are guaran-teeing that you will return the chip to race man-agement, or you will be billed for its replace-ment.If you lose your timing chip during the event,you are responsible for a replacement at one ofthe following locations: swim exit, bike exit orrun exit. Volunteers will have extra timing chipsat the timing locations above. If you lose yourtiming chip while on the run course, please no-tify timing official immediately after crossing thefinish line.Failure to wear your timing chip on race day,return your chip after the event or pay the re-placement cost of your lost chip may disqualifyyou from future Ironman events.

NO CHIP = NO TIME

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SWIM COURSE - 2.4 MILES

Course SummaryThe swim course will consist of one counter-clockwise loop in Tempe Town Lake. The deep-water, massswim start is just east of the Mill Avenue bridge and begins by heading east. The rectangular coursewill go just past Rural Road bridge and first turn north and then west all the way back under the MillAvenue bridge, where another turn south will put the athlete on course to head straight back to shore

and transition at Tempe Beach Park.

Swim Course Rules and Instructions1. Each swimmer must wear a swim cap provided by Ironman.2. No fins, aqua socks, gloves, paddles, or flotation devices of any kind are allowed.3. Swim goggles or face masks may be worn.4. No individual paddlers or escorts are allowed. The course will be adequately patrolled by boats,

canoes, and paddleboards.5. Wetsuits are allowed for all athletes if the water is 78 degrees Fahrenheit or colder6. Any assistance required during the swim will result in disqualification if forward progress

was made. Athletes are permitted to use kayaks and boats as aid, as long as no forwardprogress is made. Special provisions are made for wheelchair athletes. Course officials andmedical personnel reserve the right to remove athletes from the course if determined medicallynecessary.

7. The swim course will close at 9:20 a.m. Athletes in the water after this time will be disqualifiedand will not be permitted to continue in the event. All athletes must cross the timing mats toenter the beach or they may be disqualified.*NOTE: ANY ATHLETE ELECTING NOT TO RACE MUST NOTIFY TIMING DESK IMMEDIATELY.ABOVE ALL, THE SAFETY OF EACH SWIMMER IS OUR PRIME CONCERN. A FULL SWEEP OFTHE COURSE WILL BE MADE DIRECTLY BEHIND THE LAST SWIMMER. VISUAL AID WILL BEPROVIDED BY THE LIFEGAURDS, DIVERS, CANOES, AND KAYAKS, BOUYS AND AQUATIC CRAFTSTHAT LINE THE COURSE.

Swim to Bike TransitionAfter the swim, you will be directed through the timing chutes to the swim to bike transition. Publicnudity is not permitted! We require athletes to change in their respective Change Tents (men orwomen). We require you to be fully ready to race before getting on your bike. Personal nutrients arepermitted if carried on you or your bike. Sunscreen is available when you leave the transition area

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iii. Register via the sign-in sheet.iv. Resume the race immediately, upon having your numbers marked with a P

and registering, for all non-drafting violations (YELLOW CARD).v. Remain in the PT for four minutes for each drafting violation (RED CARD).vi. You will be disqualified if you receive any combination of three penalties. If you

are disqualified you may finish the bike course but may not start the run.vii. You risk disqualification for not reporting to the PT.

3. Shoes and shirt must be worn at all times.4. Each athlete must wear the Ford Ironman issued race number at all time while on the bike

and run course. The bike number must be placed low on your back where it is clearly visible.Folding or cutting race number or intentional alteration of any kind is strictly prohibited. Racebelts may be worn.

5. A CPSC- Approved helmet is required during the entire bike portion including in and out of thetransition zone. Any contestant riding without an approved helmet or chinstrap not fastenedmay be disqualified. Alterations to hard-shell helmets, which affect its integrity, are notallowed.

6. No individual support is allowed. Ample aid and food stations will be provided along thecourse. Friends, family members, coaches, or supporters of any type may not bike, drive, or

run alongside an athlete; may not pass food or other items to athletes and should be warnedto stay completely clear of all participants to avoid the disqualification of a participant. It isincumbent upon each athlete to immediately reject any attempt to be assisted, followed, orescorted.*NOTE: BIKE AID STATIONS ARE LOCATED APPROXIMATELY EVERY 10 MILES. IT IS YOURRESPONSIBILITY TO SLOW FOR SAFE NUTRIENT PICK-UP. CALL OUT YOUR REQUIREMENTSCLEARLY AND IN ADVANCE. CREWS ARE INSTRUCTED NOT TO STEP ACROSS THE WHITELINE FOR HANDOFFS. THERE WILL BE WATER, GATORADE, POWERBARS, POWERGEL,AND BANANAS AT THE BIKE AID STATIONS. IT IS IMPERATIVE THAT YOU DONT TOSSBIKE BOTTLES, CUPS, OR NUTRIENT BAGS ON THE ROADSIDE ALONG THE COURSE. BIKEBOTTLES MUST BE TOSSED TOWARD THE BOTTLE DROP AT THE BEGINNING OR END OFEACH AID STATION. A PENALTY WILL BE ASSESSED FOR DISCARDING LITTER OUTSIDE THEDESIGNATED DROP ZONE.

7. Each contest must be individually responsible for repair and maintenance of their bike.Assistance by anyone other than race personnel will be grounds for immediate disqualification.Each cyclist should be prepared to handle any possible mechanical malfunction.*NOTES: TECHNICAL SUPPORT VANS WILL BE ON THE COURSE TO ASSIST WITH EMERGENCYREPAIRS WHENEVER POSSIBLE; SUCH AS REPLACEMENT TUBES, TIRES, CHAINS, ETC.TECHNICAL VANS WILL BE ON THE COURSE THROUGHOUT THE DAY, BUT ARE LIMITED INNUMBER. PLEASE BE SELF-SUFFICENT.

8. Athletes are expected to heed directions and instructions of all race officials and publicauthorities. Failure to do so may result in disqualification.

9. Athletes may walk their bike if necessary, but may not make progress on the bike courseunaccompanied by their bicycle.

10. Bike inspection is not mandatory and will not be provided at bike check-in, although technicianswill be available. Athletes are ultimately responsible for their own bikes. However, race

officials may at their discretion make final judgment as to the soundness of bikes.11. HEADSETS OR HEADPHONES ARE NOT ALLOWED DURING ANY PORTION OF THE EVENT.12. MEDICAL SUPPORT: If you need minor medical assistance, Sag cars will pick you up and take

you to the medical tent. Alternatively, depending upon the medical emergency, ambulanceswill take you to the nearest hospital to receive treatment. If you have a technical problem orhave bonked, the Sag car will take you to the next aid station.At every bike and run aid station, there will be rest areas and medical personnel to assist inany medical problem. Additionally, there will be radios to contact ambulances and medical

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assistance. If you have a problem, please go to an aid station for further assistance.13. Cyclists still on the course after 5:30 p.m. will be disqualified and will not be permitted to

continue in the event.

Local Traffic Laws

Please remember that members of the local community use the bike course roads. Realize that youare an ambassador for the sport and the event and the impact of your actions is far reaching. Whenyoure out riding the course, please adhere to local traffic laws and go the extra mile to be courteousand respectful to the residents of the local community.

When training, please follow these suggestions: Please ride single file. This is not just for your safety but also to ensure local drivers can get

where they need to go without delay and frustration. Please obey traffic laws (stop at stop signs, signal when turning, etc.). Please do not use private property as a toilet. There are plenty of local stores along the way

with public bathrooms please use them! Please do not litter. Keep your energy bar and gel wrappers with you until you find a

trashcan. Please ask your friends and family members to refrain from painting the roads along the

course. This defaces public property and is a punishable offense.

Every time a cyclist has an altercation with a driver, that driver sees every cyclist on the road as theenemy. Every time a cyclist is courteous to a driver, that driver will give every cyclist on the road thatmuch more respect and courtesy in return. Please think before you act.

Bike to Run TransitionMedical facilities will be available to you at the bike to run transition. Athletes requiring medical careat this point in the race will not be allowed to continue. The Medical Directors decision is final. Bothtransition times will be included in your bike split.

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Tri-Bike TransportBike shipping inquiries should be directed to TriBike Transport. To learn more or to sign up for theirservice, check out www.tribiketransport.com

Make a reservation online at http://www.tribiketransport.comDrop off your bike at a local partner shop (fully assembled, minus your pedals). TBT will pick up your

bike as-is and drive it to your event. When you arrive, pick up your bike, just as you left it, next totransition. After your race, walk your bike over to TBT directly from transition, drop it off and forget

about it until you get home. TBT will deliver it back to you.

If you choose to pack your bike yourself, please do so carefully before transporting it to Arizona. Mostairlines recommend that you use the following procedures when shipping your bike:

Pack your bike as if you were shipping a carton of eggs. Do everything you can to ensuredamage-free delivery.

Boldly label your bike case with your name, address, etc., so it can be identified quickly. If you plan to arrive in Arizona immediately before the race, you risk having your bike arrive

after you do. Plan ahead!

Ironman Bike StoreIronman Bike Store, the official bike shop and technical provider of the event, will open their eventstore and tech service center Thursday, November 19 through Saturday, November 21 from 9:00 a.m.to 5:00 p.m. and on Monday, November 23 from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. in Tempe Beach Park. Theywill be staffed by expert bike technicians and stocked with great deals on a variety of merchandise.

For athletes who are not utilizing Tri Bike Transport for shipping, the Ironman Bike store offers full-service bike repairs, assembly and disassembly of bikes that are shipped via FedEx, UPS or transportedvia air carrier.

If you are shipping your bike to the Ford Ironman Arizona event, please use the following shippingaddress:Ironman Bike Store

ATTN: Matt Hoffman700 West Rio Salado PkwyTempe, AZ 85281

Delivery Window: November 11 to November 20 (No deliveries accepted before November10)

Please email your name and tracking number with the bike service form (found online atwww.ironmanarizona.com under the FAQs page) to Matt Hoffman: [email protected]

Full Service ($225 USD) - Customer ships their bike to the address provided. We receive the case,unpack the bike, build the bike, tune the bike and hold on to the case. After the event, we disassemblethe bike, pack it and ship it to the address the customer provides.Fly-In Full Service ($175 USD) - Customer brings their case to us on-site. We unpack the bike, buildthe bike, tune the bike and hold on to the case. After the event, we disassemble the bike, pack it andgive the case to the customer.Unpack and Assemble ($85 USD) - Customer brings their case to us on-site and we unpack thebike, assemble the bike and tune the bike. The customer takes the bike and the case with them.Disassemble and Pack ($75 USD) - Customer brings us their bike and their case. We disassembleand pack the bike. The customer takes their case.

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Receive Only ($40 USD) - Customer ships their case to the address we provide. We receive andsign for the case (if applicable). We hold on to the case until the customer comes to pick it up.

Return Shipping Only ($90 USD) - Customer brings us their case and we ship it to the addressthey provide. Insurance is set at $2,000 USD. Additional insurance can be purchased at $9.00 for

every $1,000 of insurance.Bike Case Storage Fee ($20 USD) - Customer did not purchase a package that specifies casestorage or needs to leave their case for any other reason.

Tech Tips & Other DetailsBike inspection is not mandatory and will not be provided at bike check-in, although technicians willbe available. Athletes are ultimately responsible for their own bikes. However, race officials may, attheir discretion, make final judgment as to the soundness of the bikes.

Prior to mandatory bike check-in on Saturday, be sure your bar-end plugs are in place and you haveno loose spokes, brakes, headsets, stripped cables, etc. Adjust the hubs and position handlebarscorrectly. Ensure that cables and tires are in good condition and sew-up tires are glued properly onto

the rims. Securely fasten all equipment you may carry with you on race day.

To avoid an unexpected flat tire, wait until race morning to inflate your tires to their proper airpressure. There will be a limited number of pumps available in the transition area on race morningso we recommend you bring your own. You must give your pump to a family member or friend beforethe race start, since pumps will not be accepted with your pre-swim bags.

For security and safety reasons, bikes will not be allowed out of the transition area once bike check-in begins on Saturday. No one will be allowed to enter the bike compound unless accompanied by arace official.

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Course Directions Exit North side of transition area Turn Left (West) on Tempe Town Lake South Shore paved bike path Follow path under rail road bridge, past Tempe Art Center and turn left to Rio Salado Turn Right (West) on Rio Salado Turn right on Priest Drive Turn Right at end of Priest Dr. bridge on Tempe Town Lake North Shore paved Bike path Turn Left on Lake View Rd. Turn Right through parking lot under 202 Hwy Turn right on to Mill Ave Bridge Turn Right after you cross the bridge through Tempe Beach Park to Tempe Town Lajke South

Shore paved bike path Turn Right (East) on Tempe Town Lake South Shore paved Bike path Bear Right up to Northwest corner of Rural Rd bridge & Rio Salado Turn Left through and cross Scottsdale/rural Rd Bridge on the West side (in south bound slow

lane) Turn Left through parking lot of Club Rio Turn Right on Tempe Town Lake North Shore paved Bike path

Turn Right at Marina Parking Lot toward 202 Underpass Proceed under 202 on East Gilbert Drive Bear Left on sidewalk parallel to College Ave. Turn Left at Curry Rd. Turn Left at Lake View Rd. Turn Left into parking lot under 202 bridge Turn Left on path at the end of the parking lot and follow East along Tempe Town Lake North

Shore paved Bike path Turn Right on path at the west end of Marina parking lot. Turn Left and follow Tempe Town Lake North Shore paved Bike path back to Rural Rd. Bridge. Turn Left to sidewalk ramp to Rural Rd. Bridge. Turn Right and cross Rural Rd. Bridge. Turn Right on Tempe Town Lake South Shore paved Bike path to Dirt Path

Follow Tempe Town Lake South Shore dirt Bike path West under Mill Ave. Bridge past transitionarea to start 2nd and 3rd laps.

To finish, Turn Left (South) at West end of transition area Turn Right (West) to Tempe Beach Park parking lot. Turn Left (South) on Ash Ave. Turn Left (East) on Rio Salado to finish line.

Run Course Rules and Instructions1. No form of locomotion other than running, walking or crawling is allowed.2. Runners must wear their race number in front of them clearly visible at all times on the course.

Race numbers issued by Ironman identify the official athletes in the race. Folding or cutting therace number intentionally or failure to wear your race number is STRICTLY PROHIBITED and mayresult in disqualification. Shoes and shirt must be worn at all times.

3. NO INDIVIDUAL SUPPORT VEHICLES OR NON-PARTICIPANT ESCORT RUNNERS ARE ALLOWED.This is an individual endurance event. Teamwork as a result of outside assistance, whichprovides an advantage over single competitors, is not allowed. Individual support vehicles ornon-participant escort runners will result in disqualification. A non-participant escort runnerincludes participants who have withdrawn from the race, have been disqualified or have finishedthe race. Friends, family members, coaches, or supporters of any type may not bike, drive, orrun alongside an athlete; may not pass them food or any other items and are warned to staycompletely clear of all participants to avoid disqualification of an athlete.

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It is incumbent upon each athlete to immediately reject any attempt to assist, follow, or escort.It IS permissible for an athlete who is still competing to run with other athletes who are also stillcompeting.

4. Runners are expected to follow directions and instructions of all race officials and publicauthorities.

5. The Ford Ironman Arizona run course will officially close at 12:00 a.m. (midnight).*RUN AID STATIONS ARE LOCATED APPROXIMATELY EVERY MILE AND THE MILEAGE IS MARKED.AT EACH AID STATION THERE WILL BE WATER, GATORADE, COLA, POWERBARS, POWERGELS,PRETZELS, COOKIES, CHICKEN BROTH, AND FRUIT.OTHER INFORMATION

1. There will be a designated tent at the event for information. The Information Booth serves as theinformation center throughout race week and on race day for spectators. Race information priorto and on race day will be available at the Information Booth. The information booth will be openduring the Ford Ironman Arizona Expo hours and will be located at the expo.

2. Spectator Viewing Guides, information about athletes on the course, dropouts, injuries, Lost andFound etc. will be available at the Information Booth.

3. Personal messages will be posted, but we cannot guarantee delivery of all messages.4. Friends and/or family members are not permitted to cross the finish line or enter the finish chute

with participating athletes. For safety, ABSOLUTELY NO FAMILY, CHILDREN, SPOUSES, FRIENDS,FANS, ETC. ARE ALLOWED INTO THE FINISH AREA.

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Finish Line Policy

Friends and/or family members are not permitted to cross the finish line or enter the finish chutewith participating athletes. This policy will allow each competitor adequate time to celebrate theiraccomplishment without interfering with other finishers and ensure the safety of all participants,volunteers and fans. Athletes who choose not to respect the policy will receive an automaticdisqualification (DQ).

Event Sanction and Rules

USA Triathlon (USAT) has sanctioned the 2009 Ford Ironman Arizona. Please visit usatriathlon.orgfor a complete set of the competitive rules. Ironman has been granted certain rule dispensationsso please read the following information carefully as the rules may differ slightly from other USAT-sanctioned events.

Athletes should be aware of the serious consequences of violating USAT Competitive Rule 3.5 -Unregistered Participants, which states:

a. Any person who participates in any portion of a sanctioned event without first properlyregistering and paying any required registration fee shall be suspended or barred frommembership in USAT and barred from participation in any sanctioned event for a period of upto one year.

b. Any person who in any way assists another athlete to violate Section 3.5a by providing orselling a race number to that athlete shall be suspended or barred from membership in USATriathlon and barred from participation in any sanctioned event for a period of up to oneyear.

Anyone who violates this rule may be banned for life from any Ironman event. Violating this rule putsinsurance coverage for the event at risk.

Any abuse of marshals, race officials or volunteers is grounds for immediate disqualification.

Ironman reserves the right to make changes to these rules at any time. Notification of any changewill be in accordance with USAT procedures.

Rules Applying To All Segments of the Race

It is the athletes responsibility to know all aspects of the swim, bike and run.1. According to USAT rules, once an athlete competes as a Professional/Elite athlete anywhere

in the world within the calendar year, the athlete cannot compete as an amateur/agegroup athlete in a USAT-sanctioned event in that same calendar year. Failure to disclosecorrect status shall be cause for disqualifying the athlete from the event and may result

in a one-year suspension from USAT-sanctioned events. Once an athlete competes asa Professional/Elite in the IRONMAN qualifying race series season, the athlete cannotcompete as an age group athlete in that years Ford Ironman World Championship as anamateur.

2. Participants are expected to follow directions and instructions of all race officials and publicauthorities.

3. Course marshals shall have authority to disqualify any contestant.4. Medical personnel shall have ULTIMATE and FINAL authority to remove a contestant

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IRONMAN prior to the race for all swimwear and accessories to be used during the swim.Any change thereafter will be grounds for disqualification. The use of any flotation devicesis prohibited unless otherwise approved by IRONMAN.

Bike1. Cycling conduct and specifications are consistent with USAT rules.

2. Handcycles are allowed. Race officials reserve the right to reject any bike not meetingsafety standards.

3. Equipment must otherwise conform to all other general rules for bicycles as it pertainsto the Ironman competition, including no add-on device(s) that may reduce windresistance or enhance aerodynamics of the bicycle/handcycle, regardless of anysecondary benefit.

4. Participant is required to maintain control of his/her bicycle/handcycle and to operateat a reasonable speed so as not to threaten the safety and well being of aid stationvolunteers, other competitors, race officials and spectators. Operation of a bicycle/handcycle in a dangerous or reckless manner will be grounds for disqualification.

5. A CPSC-approved helmet is required during the entire handcycle (bike) segmentincluding in and out of the transition area. Any athlete riding without an approved

helmet or chinstrap fastened will be disqualified.6. DRAFTING IS PROHIBITED.

Run1. Running conduct and specifications are consistent with USAT rules.2. Athletes are required to comply with the same equipment safety inspection for the run

portion of the event as is required for the bicycle/handcycle portion. Standard racingchairs shall be used.

3. A CPSC-approved helmet is required during the entire wheelchair (run) segment includingin and out of the transition area. Any athlete riding without an approved helmet or chinstrapfastened will be disqualified.

General Information1. Unauthorized outside aid/support or escorts are grounds for disqualification. Handlers

must be approved prior to the race and will work directly with the Physically ChallengedCoordinator. The expected conduct of all handlers is consistent with USAT rules.

2. Race management will select qualified individuals to assist athletes in the transitionarea. These individuals will be allowed to assist athletes in transition from the waterto their handcycles and from their handcycles to the racing chairs. Likewise, they willalso assist all physically challenged athletes with equipment needs, etc., as approvedby IRONMAN.

3. All athletes must attend a pre-race briefing. Failure to attend a scheduled briefing mayresult in forfeiture of a start spot. Check the Schedule of Events for briefing times andlocation.

4. IRONMAN reserves the right to modify the above rules as necessary, as long as suchchanges are communicated to the athlete in writing or at a pre-race briefing.

5. Any rule interpretation or enforcement made by IRONMAN shall be final.

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MEDICAL

USAT Athlete Excess Medical Policy

The athlete excess medical coverage protects each participant for the day of the event at USATsanctioned races, camps and clinics. When athletes purchase a USAT annual license or one daypermit, a portion of those fees cover the cost to provide them with excess medical insurance.This coverage only extends to their participation in an USA Triathlon sanctioned event and is only

available after the injured party has filed with any primary insurance policies. A deductible doesapply for this excess coverage.

If an athlete is injured while participating in a USA Triathlon sanctioned event the following stepsmust be followed:

Athletes must file with their primary healthcare provider (i.e. United Healthcare, Blue CrossBlue Shield, Aetna, travelers insurance, etc.).

Athlete completes a medical claim form. For serious incidents or for athletes requesting coverage, either the race director or USAT can

provide them with a medical claim form. The medical claim form along with all explanationof benefit documents should be sent directly from the athlete to the insurance company asindicated on the claim form. Please email [email protected] for a copy of the form.

Athletes will pay a deductible. All claimants will pay anywhere from $250 USD (two-hundredand fifty U.S. dollars) to $1,000 USD (one thousand U.S. dollars) out of pocket and possiblymore for uncovered expenses.

Be advised that coverage may not apply to each and every claim. Additionally, coverage onlyextends to participants that have purchased an USA Triathlon annual license or one-day permit andwere injured through participation in an USA Triathlon sanctioned event. Please email questions [email protected]

Medical Information

All medical expenses incurred are the sole responsibility of the athlete and not IRONMAN. USAT

provides secondary coverage in qualified circumstances. Failure to meet financial responsibility tolocal medical facilities will result in suspension of future participation at IRONMAN events untilaccounts are settled.

Particular dangers include dehydration, hyponatremia, sunburn, exhaustion and injuries sustainedfrom accidents. Please ask for medical help if you have the slightest hint you may need it. You willnot be penalized for receiving a medical evaluation. You will be withdrawn from the race onlyif you require transportation, IV fluids or if medical personnel feel your continued participation couldresult in serious harm or death.

During events of extreme endurance, the bodys pain threshold is raised, and you may be in moretrouble than you realize. The medical personnel will do all they can to keep you in the race andassure a safe finish. Also, please be attentive when taking water and sponges from volunteers when

youre on your bike to avoid the possibility of accident or injury to yourself or another.

Please trim your fingernails and toenails prior to the start of the race to avoid injury to other athletes.Be especially careful to rinse your goggles of any excess defogger solutions to avoid eye irritation.

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imbalance can be reduced significantly by a proper period of acclimation.

Stay with your familiar and proven routine regarding training, nutrition and equipment, especiallyjust prior to the race. This also applies to pre-race dietary intake and medications. It is recommendedyou avoid an extreme elimination diet. Adequate salt intake during training and during the event is

especially important.

If you are taking any medications, or have any medical problem that may influence your performanceor your treatment in the event of an injury, advise us of all necessary details well in advance of raceday. At athlete check-in, you are required to notify the medical team, in writing, if thereis any change in your medical status/condition after your application has been processed.Failure to do so will result in suspension of participation in future IRONMAN events.

You are solely responsible for avoiding medications that appear on the list of banned substances asdetermined from WTC Anti-Doping.

Feedback from previous IRONMAN contestants indicates we can never over emphasize the importanceof hydrating prior to and during the event. Ironmans Chief Physician recommends you begin hydrating

heavily several days before the race and drink enough water so your urine is clear, colorless andcopious by race day.

PLEASE NOTE: Full disclosure of medical condition(s), general health and surgical procedureswithin the previous 12 months is required. Medical consultation/clearance may be necessaryfrom an attending physician prior to participating in the event. In all cases, the final decisionof medical consideration is at the discretion of the Ironman medical director.

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Pre & Post Race Sports

Massage Therapy

The Ironman Massage Therapy Team will

provide sports massage therapy, yoga andtaping services for the 2009 Ford IronmanArizona. Massage appointments will beavailable beginning on Monday, November16 through Monday, November 23 from 8:00a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Advanced appointmentsmay also be available on Tuesday, November24.

The massage area will be located at the TempeMission Palms Hotel, located near TempeBeach Park at 60 E. 5th Street. A secondmassage tent will be located in the expo

area at Tempe Beach Park. Athletes and theirfamilies may schedule a pre-race massageby calling #480-510-2976 or by [email protected]. Walk-insare also welcome. Rates for the massageare $1.00 USD per minute (ex. 60 minutes= $60.00 USD) for whatever length of timeyou choose (minimum of 15 minutes). Cashor check preferred. On Sunday, November 22,our numerous massage services volunteerswill also offer 10-minute complimentary postrace massage to athletes ONLY on a first-

come, first-served basis.

Welcome Dinner and Awards

Banquet

Each athlete will receive complimentary entryinto the Welcome Dinner (Friday, November20 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.) and AwardsBanquet (Monday, November 23 at 9:30a.m.). Your athlete wristband provides youwith access to these two functions. Pleasedo not remove the wristband prior to thefunctions or you will be denied entry. Banquettickets are available for purchase on-site atthe banquet. We recommend arriving early,as the banquets typically sell out. Please notethe Welcome Dinner and Awards Banquet areoutdoors, dress accordingly.

POST RACE INFORMATION

Race Photography

ASI Photo is proud to have been selected as theOfficial Photographers for the 2009 Ford IronmanArizona. They will be set up for pre-sales in

Tempe Beach Park on Thursday, November 20and Friday, November 21 from 10:00 a.m. to4:00 p.m. and on Saturday, November 22 from9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. ASI will photograph allathletes and make these photos available to viewand order on Monday, November 23 from 8:00a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

So what do you need to do?1. Be sure to have your race/bib number

visible at all times.2. Smile when you cross the finish line!

3. Visit us at www.asiphoto.com to viewand order photos.

Best of luck and well see you at the finish line!

Lost & Found

We highly recommend that you mark yourgear with your bib number, as Ironman is notresponsible for any lost items. For luggage lostwhile traveling, please contact your airline. Lostand Found will be located at the Awards Banquet

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Seventy-two (72) qualifying slots for the 2010Ford Ironman World Championship (October 9,2010, in Kailua-Kona, Hawaii) will be awardedto the top professional and age group finishers.Please review the table below for the projectedslot allocation by category. Final slot allocation

will be determined on race day based on thenumber of official starters. You must claim yourslot in-person prior to the Awards Banquet onMonday, November 23 from 7:00 a.m. to 9:00a.m. in Tempe Beach Park. Please be prepared topay the $550.00 USD entry fee with cash, checkor credit card (A $25.00 USD processing fee willbe added to credit card charges; Discover cardsNOT accepted). Any unclaimed slots will be rolleddown to the next eligible finishers beginning at9:05 a.m.

IRONMAN SLOTSCategory Male FemalePro 5 318-24 2 125-29 4 230-34 6 335-39 8 340-44 8 345-49 6 350-54 4 255-59 2 160-64 1 165-69 1 170-74 1 075+ 1 0

*Final slot allocation will be posted onMonday, November 23 during the 2010 FordIronman World Championship registration.

Slot Allocation PolicyAt least one slot shall be allocated to each five-year age group category in which any age groupathlete sends in an application, both male andfemale, per the age group categories listedabove. If there are no athletes entered in therace in a particular age group, then that slot willbe moved to the largest populated age groupin that same gender. For additional age groupslots, slot allocation shall be representative ofthe actual number of age grouper applicants ineach category in the race. As an example, if 8%of the age-group applicants are females 40-44,then 8% of these slots would be allocated in thefemale 40-44 category.

QUALIFYING FOR THE2010 FORD IRONMAN WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP

Anti-Doping PolicyIn accordance with the World Triathlon CorporationAnti Doping Policy, all athletes accepting qualifyingslots for the 2010 Ironman World Championshipwill be required to sign a condition of Entry,

Release and Indemnification waiver, by whichthey agree to be placed into the WTC RegisteredTesting Pool for both in and out of competitiontesting, and voluntarily consent to be governedby the published rules.

PRO PRIZE MONEY BREAKDOWN-$50,000

1st Place- $8,500

2nd Place- $5,500

3rd Place- $3,500

4th Place- $2,500

5th Place- $2,000

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2009 Ford Ironman Arizona AthletesAll 2009 Ford Ironman Arizonaparticipants will have the opportunity to register on-site for the 2010Ford Ironman Arizona on Saturday, November 21 from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. in Tempe Beach Park.Athletes MUST have their athlete wristband on in order to register. The entry fee is $550.00 USD plusprocessing fees. Credit cards only; cash or checks will not be accepted (Discover cards not

accepted).

Open RegistrationAll remaining slots for the 2010 Ford Ironman Arizona will be available on Monday, November 23 from7:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. in Tempe Beach Park on a first-come, first-serve basis. 2009 Ford IronmanArizona volunteers will have first priority over the general public. All volunteers must wear theirvolunteer t-shirt and wristband. The entry fee is $550.00 USD plus processing fees. Credit cardsonly; cash or checks will not be accepted (Discover cards not accepted).

Online RegistrationOnline registration for 2010 Ford Ironman Arizona (November 21, 2010) will be available online atwww.ironmanarizona.com on Monday, November 23, 2009 at 12:00 p.m. local time.

2010 Withdrawal PolicyWithdrawal requests must be received in writing via E-mail to [email protected]. Withoutexception, all requests must be received on or before October 1, 2010 to be eligible for a partial refundof $150.00 (USD). Transfers or deferrals are NOT permitted. *Withdrawal policy also applies to theIronman Community Foundation Slots*

THANK YOU AND BEST OF LUCK!

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